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MegaSearch Description

MegaSearch is an additional Internet Explorer toolbar that changes default search page and tracks user activity in the Internet. The spyware sends gathered data to a predefined web site. MegaSearch doesn't spread and must be manually installed.


How can I get rid of MegaSearch?

The most common spyware removal tactic is to uninstall MegaSearch by using the "Add/Remove Programs" utility. However, as there may still be hidden MegaSearch files, it's possible that MegaSearch will reappear after reboot. Follow the MegaSearch detection and removal methods below.

MegaSearch Automatic Detection (Recommended)

Is your PC infected with MegaSearch? To safely & quickly detect MegaSearch, we highly recommend you...

Download SpyHunter's Free MegaSearch Download SpyHunter's FREE MegaSearch Scanner.

SpyHunter's free version is only for spyware detection. If SpyHunter's spyware scanner detects MegaSearch on your PC, you have the option of purchasing SpyHunter's spyware removal tool to remove MegaSearch and other spyware threats.

MegaSearch Manual Removal Instructions

Below is a list of MegaSearch manual removal instructions and MegaSearch components listed to help you remove SpyCrush from your PC. Backup Reminder: Always be sure to back up your PC before making any changes.

Note: This manual removal process may be difficult and you run the risk of destroying your computer. We recommend that you use SpyHunter's spyware detection tool to check for MegaSearch.

Step 1 : Use Windows File Search Tool to Find MegaSearch Path

  1. Go to Start > Search > All Files or Folders.
  2. In the "All or part of the the file name" section, type in "MegaSearch" file name(s).
  3. To get better results, select "Look in: Local Hard Drives" or "Look in: My Computer" and then click "Search" button.
  4. When Windows finishes your search, hover over the "In Folder" of "MegaSearch", highlight the file and copy/paste the path into the address bar. Save the file's path on your clipboard because you'll need the file path to delete MegaSearch in the following manual removal steps.
    5. Read more about How to Find MegaSearch with File Search Tool

Step 2 : Use Windows Task Manager to Remove MegaSearch Processes

  1. To open the Windows Task Manager, use the combination of CTRL+ALT+DEL or CTRL+SHIFT+ESC.
  2. Click on the "Image Name" button to search for "MegaSearch" process by name.
  3. Select the "MegaSearch" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
  4. Remove the "MegaSearch" processes files:

  5. Read more about How to kill MegaSearch Processes

Step 3 : Use Registry Editor to Remove MegaSearch Registry Values

  1. To open the Registry Editor, go to Start > Run > type regedit and then press the "OK" button.
  2. Locate and delete the entry or entries whose data value (in the rightmost column) is the spyware file(s) detected earlier.
  3. To delete "MegaSearch" value, right-click on it and select the "Delete" option.
  4. Locate and delete "MegaSearch" registry entries:

  5. Read more about How to Remove MegaSearch Registry Entries

Step 4 : Detect and Delete Other MegaSearch Files

  1. To open the Windows Command Prompt, go to Start > Run > type cmd and then press the "OK" button.
  2. Type in "dir /A name_of_the_folder" (for example, C:\Spyware-folder), which will display the folder's content even the hidden files.
  3. To change directory, type in "cd name_of_the_folder".
  4. Once you have the file you're looking for type in "del name_of_the_file".
  5. To delete a file in folder, type in "del name_of_the_file".
  6. To delete the entire folder, type in "rmdir /S name_of_the_folder".
  7. Select the "MegaSearch" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
  8. Remove the "MegaSearch" processes files:

  9. Read more about How to Delete Harmful Files

MegaSearch Recommendation

RECOMMENDED: To avoid the unnecessary risk of damaging your computer, we highly recommend you use a good spyware cleaner/remover to track MegaSearch and automatically remove MegaSearch as well as other spyware, adware, trojans, and virus threats in your PC.

If you believe you have MegaSearch installed on your computer, check for MegaSearch with SpyHunter's Free Spyware Scanner.


SpyHunter's free version is only for spyware detection. To remove MegaSearch and other spyware threats you can purchase SpyHunter's spyware removal tool. Since new MegaSearch files are constantly being released, it is normally advised to run SpyHunter's scanner weekly to get the latest updates on MegaSearch and other spyware threats.

To learn more on MegaSearch, see our MegaSearch resource section below.


More MegaSearch Resources

What is Browser Plugins?


MegaSearch is a type of Browser Plugins.

Browser plugins can affect your web browser in a variety of ways. Some plugins may create windows to display additional information on a web page you?re viewing, and others may replace websites? banner advertisements with their own. Some plugins may simply change your home page, while others are used to monitor and report your Internet activity to a parent server. This spyware is usually not stopped by your firewall, because it?s seen by the firewall as part of your browser.

Think you have MegaSearch? Run SpyHunter's FREE MegaSearch scan and automatically detect MegaSearch on your PC.

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MegaSearch Prevention Rules


Protect your computer from MegaSearch and other spyware by following these four easy prevention rules.

Rule #1: Keep your Windows Security up-to-date

Microsoft provides updates weekly and can always be downloaded manually from the Microsoft website.
Tip: Regularly visit Windows Update and set your computer to receive security & critical updates automatically.

To get Microsoft Update, go to IE > Tools > Windows Update > Product Updates, and select "ALL High-Priority Security Updates" from the list.

Then open IE and go to Internet Options > Security > Internet, then press "Default Level", then OK. Now press "Custom Level."

Rule #2: Download and install a reliable anti-spyware software

A good anti-spyware software that recognizes current MegaSearch spyware as well as other forms of spyware can can be the answer to all your security issues. Listed below is an anti-spyware program that can effectively reverse the damage of your computer and detect MegaSearch automatically.

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SpyHunter's free version is only for spyware detection. To remove MegaSearch and other spyware threats, you can purchase SpyHunter's spyware removal tool.

Rule #3: Install and keep your firewall turned on

A firewall is essential for a complete protection of your PC. Make sure that your firewall is always turned on. A firewall can prevent unwanted software like MegaSearch from infecting your computer.

Rule #4: Keep your anti-spyware definitions up-to-date

Since new MegaSearch files can be created every day, it is important to keep your anti-spyware program up-to-date. Your anti-spyware scanner should have an update feature where with a click of a button you can get new spyware definitions instantly. Often, an anti-spyware software will open an update window reminding you that there are new updates available.

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